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Community Work Study Application
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Community Work Study Program Overview
Through the Community Work Study program, students are employed by the Rockhurst University work study program but actually perform work at an area school or youth-serving non-profit organization. Getting started is easy just follow the steps below:
Make sure you are eligible for work study by contacting the Financial Aid Office.
Complete the application below.
Schedule an interview time with Alicia Douglas.
Interview and meet the staff/teachers at the community organization.
CWS interview workshop includes important information about how you get paid, university expectations, review paperwork required for hiring process and other procedures.
Turn in all required paperwork to Financial Aid and/or Human Resources
Attend on-site orientation and training with your community partner organization
Set you schedule and confirm with Alicia Douglas and community partner.
Start Working!
I have read and understand the procedures for the Community Work Study (CWS) for Rockhurst University listed above. I am willing to check-in regularly with CWS staff, submit my hours online, adhere to any policies introduced by Rockhurst University's Office of Financial Aid and Office of Human Resources, and agree to notify CWS staff should I withdraw completely from the University.
I have read and understand the procedures for the Community Work Study (CWS) for Rockhurst University listed above. I am willing to check-in regularly with CWS staff, submit my hours online, adhere to any policies introduced by Rockhurst University's Office of Financial Aid and Office of Human Resources, and agree to notify CWS staff should I withdraw completely from the University.
Yes - I understand
No - I would like more information
General Information
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Application Questions
1. Did you receive notification from the Office of Financial Aid that you are eligible for federal work study at Rockhurst University?
1. Did you receive notification from the Office of Financial Aid that you are eligible for federal work study at Rockhurst University?
Yes
No
2. Did you participate in CWS last school year?
2. Did you participate in CWS last school year?
Yes
No
If yes please indicate where you worked below and please email Alicia Douglas.
3. May we text you regarding your CWS interview workshop and placement?
3. May we text you regarding your CWS interview workshop and placement?
Yes
No
4. I understand I may be subject to a background check?
4. I understand I may be subject to a background check?
Yes
5. Why are you interested in a job with Community Work Study?
6. Tell us about yourself. What makes you a good fit for CWS?
List your work history for the past 3 years.
1. Name of organization/business
Position held
Dates employed
2. Name of organization/business
Position held
Dates employed
3. Name or organization/business
Position held
Dates employed
7. List any relevant community service experiences.
8. Help us get you placed at one of our reputable sites. Job descriptions are available at
Community Service Sites
. Please rate you interest in the agencies below begin with your first choice as number 1, second choice as 2, etc.from your first choice to your last choice.
Choosing a site
Help us get you placed at one of our reputable sites. Please review the
job descriptions
. Please mark below your interest in the different agencies. Students must be available to work during the hours of operation and provide their own transportation. Most of the sites are either on the bus line or are close enough to walk. Rockhurst students will begin their work on campus while background checks are being processed and will receive training and on-site orientation.
Reading and playing with Pre-K and elementary age kids
Operation Breakthrough
Operation Breakthrough
1st- first choice
2nd- second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
St. Mark's Early Childhood Development Center
St. Mark's Early Childhood Development Center
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
LEARN Science and Math Club (Fridays on campus)
LEARN Science and Math Club (Fridays on campus)
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Jumpstart KC
Jumpstart KC
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Turn the Page KC - America Reads
Turn the Page KC - America Reads
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Teen healthy relationships and civic pride
Youth Ambassadors
Youth Ambassadors
1st - first choice
2nd- second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Choose Your Passion KC
Choose Your Passion KC
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Social justice work related to healthcare
SAVE
SAVE
1st- first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Faith-based social justice work
Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Hope Faith Ministries
Hope Faith Ministries
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Social justice work related to finance and economics
Prosperity Center (on campus)
Prosperity Center (on campus)
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Southtown Council
Southtown Council
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
Environment and food justice
Troostwood Community Garden
Troostwood Community Garden
1st - first choice
2nd - second choice
3rd - third choice
I am not interested
9. Can you dedicate 5-7 hours per week toward work study?
9. Can you dedicate 5-7 hours per week toward work study?
Yes
No
10. How do you plan to get to your CWS job?
10. How do you plan to get to your CWS job?
Drive - I have a car
Public transit
Not sure
What can we do to make this smooth for you? Do you have any questions for CWS program staff?
Interview Workshop
All interviews will be held at the community center located at the security building.
11. Which interview workshop can you attend?
11. Which interview workshop can you attend?
Monday, August 26 at 3:30
Tuesday, August 27 at 3:30
Wednesday, August 28 at 3:30
Thursday, August 29 at 3:30
Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 3:30
Thursday, Sept. 5 at 3:30
Monday, Sept. 9 at 3:30
Thursday, Sept. 12 at 3:30
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